Upcoming Tennessee Titans dates
Dates and live ticket listings appear here as soon as they are on sale. The guide below covers what to know before you buy.
The Titans' Farewell Season at the Current Nissan Stadium
The Tennessee Titans play the 2026 season at Nissan Stadium on the east bank of the Cumberland River, across from downtown Nashville, and it is scheduled to be their last there. The final regular-season home game is set for January 3, 2027, against the Pittsburgh Steelers. A new enclosed stadium, which will also carry the Nissan Stadium name, is under construction next door and is scheduled to open in summer 2027; the current stadium will then be demolished.
That gives the 2026 home schedule a farewell quality. Expect stronger-than-usual demand for the final games in the building, especially the January 3 finale, from fans who want to see one more game in the stadium where the franchise reached its only Super Bowl.
From the Houston Oilers to the Titans
The franchise began in 1960 as the Houston Oilers, a charter member of the American Football League, and won the first two AFL championships in 1960 and 1961. After the 1995 season, owner Bud Adams announced the move to Tennessee. The team spent 1997 at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium in Memphis and 1998 at Vanderbilt Stadium in Nashville, unveiled the Titans name on November 14, 1998, and opened its new stadium in 1999.
That first season in the new stadium was the franchise's best. The Titans won the "Music City Miracle" playoff game against the Buffalo Bills on a kickoff return built around a cross-field lateral, then reached Super Bowl XXXIV, losing 23–16 to the St. Louis Rams when the final play ended a yard short of the end zone.
The Titans play in the AFC South with the Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts and Jacksonville Jaguars. The Texans series carries an edge because the Titans are the former Oilers, and the Colts rivalry is the division's oldest, dating to 1970. T-Rac, a raccoon (Tennessee's state animal), is the mascot. In March 2026 the team introduced new uniforms and a redesigned logo that draw on the original Oilers colors.
Where to Sit at Nissan Stadium
The current stadium seats 69,143 on three levels: a lower bowl that wraps the field, and upper levels built into two towers along the sidelines that hold 177 suites. Because the suites and clubs stack on the sidelines, the upper end zones are farther from the field than the sideline upper deck.
- Lower bowl sidelines. The best view in the building. Rows in the teens and twenties clear the players and staff along the sideline; the front rows are at field level and lose the far side of the field.
- Club seats on the sidelines. The middle level offers the best mix of height and comfort, with indoor club access that matters in early-season heat and December cold.
- Upper deck sidelines. The value choice for watching the whole field. Lower rows are worth paying a little more for; the top rows are steep and high.
- End zones. The least expensive seats are in the upper end zones. They are a good way into the farewell season, but they are the weakest view of play at the far end.
Weather. Nissan Stadium is open-air. September afternoon games are hot, and late-season games can be cold and wet. For a day game, seats that face east (on the west side of the bowl) keep the afternoon sun at your back; check the seating chart's orientation before you buy, and pick a higher row under an overhang if shade matters. Rain gear beats an umbrella, which blocks the view of the people behind you.
The New Enclosed Nissan Stadium
Construction on the new stadium began with a groundbreaking on February 29, 2024, on the site next to the current stadium on the East Bank. The project is reported at about 2.1 billion dollars, funded by the team, the State of Tennessee and revenue bonds backed by personal seat licenses, stadium taxes and a hotel tax. As of September 2026, the official project site was posting regular construction updates, with interior spaces such as the Mezz Club taking shape.
- An enclosed bowl. A translucent ETFE roof (a lightweight, light-transmitting plastic membrane) covers the stadium, so weather will no longer decide the gameday experience.
- About 60,000 seats. Roughly 9,000 fewer than the current stadium, with about 170 suites.
- Personal seat licenses. A personal seat license (PSL) is a one-time purchase that gives the holder the right to buy season tickets for a specific seat. Season ticket holders in the new building need one, which tends to limit how much inventory reaches the resale market.
- More than football. The stadium will also host Tennessee State University football and the Music City Bowl.
A smaller enclosed stadium with PSL-based season tickets usually means tighter supply for single games, at least in the opening seasons. Stadium timelines can shift, so treat summer 2027 as the current target. The project's official site posts the latest updates.
Demand: Which Titans Games Sell First
- The 2026 finale. The January 3, 2027, game against the Steelers is the last Titans game scheduled in the current stadium, and Pittsburgh fans travel in large numbers.
- Houston Texans. The Oilers history gives this division game an edge in both cities.
- Indianapolis Colts. Indianapolis is a drive up Interstate 65, so Colts fans arrive in numbers.
- Prime-time games. Night kickoffs draw a louder crowd and usually firmer prices.
- Visiting fan bases. Nashville is a popular weekend trip, so opponents whose fans want a Broadway weekend lift demand regardless of the standings.
Early-season games against non-division opponents are typically easier to buy. Late-season prices move with the playoff picture, and in 2026 with the farewell effect as well.
Gameday Logistics: Bridges, Boats and Parking
The stadium's location across the river from Broadway is its best feature. Most fans walk: several bridges link downtown to the East Bank, and the stadium recommends the Woodland Street Bridge as the fastest route. Downtown hotels, bars and restaurants put you a short walk from the gates.
- Parking. As of the 2026 season, on-site parking for Titans games is sold out, with no day-of sales; single-game parking is sold through the operator in advance. Garages downtown are an alternative if you are willing to walk across the river.
- Rideshare. The closest zones are on Crutcher Street at the south end and on Gay Street across the Woodland Street Bridge to the north.
- Transit. WeGo runs local buses that stop near the pedestrian bridge, plus a commuter train and park-and-ride express buses from surrounding areas.
- Shuttles and boats. Gameday shuttles start about 90 minutes before kickoff, and several river operators run boats that dock within walking distance.
Policies, including the clear-bag rule, can change, especially in a transition year. Check the stadium's transportation page and current bag policy before you go.
Frequently asked questions
Is 2026 the Titans' last season at Nissan Stadium?
Yes. The 2026 season is scheduled to be the last in the current Nissan Stadium, with the final regular-season home game on January 3, 2027. The team moves next door to the new enclosed stadium for 2027.
When does the new Nissan Stadium open?
The new enclosed stadium is scheduled to open in summer 2027. Construction began in February 2024, and the project was posting regular progress updates as of September 2026.
How many seats will the new Titans stadium have?
About 60,000, compared with 69,143 at the current stadium. It will have about 170 suites and a translucent ETFE roof.
What is the easiest way to get to a Titans game?
Walk from downtown across the river; the stadium recommends the Woodland Street Bridge as the fastest route. On-site parking for Titans games is sold out as of 2026, so buy single-game parking in advance or use rideshare, WeGo or a gameday shuttle.
Why were the Titans called the Oilers?
The franchise began in 1960 as the Houston Oilers and moved to Tennessee in 1997. It became the Titans in 1999, when the current stadium opened.
What guarantee comes with Titans tickets on GoodSeats?
Every order is backed by a 100% guarantee, including guaranteed entry. Most listings are resale, so prices can be above or below face value.